Nov 25, 2020 | Handmade Cards |
Curvy Christmas Card
This Curvy Christmas Star card was so much fun to put together.
I love the color combination of Cherry Cobbler and Silver but my favourite part of the card is the Glitter Star Ornament at the top. It fills in the open space while keeping to the star theme and incorporating the silver color.
Looking for Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers? Ready to start on your Christmas cards? Or just want some items from your wish list. The Online Extravaganza continues today.
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Quite Curvy Bundle $55.75 #156228
Curvy Christmas Stamp Set $29.00 #155364
Glitter Star Ornaments $11.00 #153543
Curvy Christmas Card
Although the Quite Curvy bundle is available now, it will also be featured in the upcoming mini catalogue. However, Curvy Christmas will not be available after January 4 so get it soon before it is no longer available.
Nov 2, 2020 | Handmade Cards |
Dandelion Wishes by Stampin’ Up! featuring Bumblebee and Misty Moonlight
Dandelion Wishes by Stampin’ Up!
Although not a new stamp set, Dandelion Wishes has long been a favourite of mine. I find that this stamp set works for so many occasions – birthday, thank you, and in this case, a wedding shower card.
I wanted to add a little elegance to the card with the gold foil paper and other gold embellishments so I chose Bumblebee and Misty Moonlight as the colours for this card.
The Bumblebee card stock was embossed with the Dandelions 3D Embossing Folder for the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine before I assembled the card. I also added a stripe of Misty Moonlight designer series paper from the 2020 – 2022 In Color 6″ x 6″ pack which I layered onto gold foil paper.
Dandelion Wishes, Set of 6
I also stamped a couple of images from Beauty Abounds to the background of this card. The various sizes of circles were stamped in Bumblebee. I then stamped the dandelions in Misty Moonlight and once dry, I added the splatter image and heat embossed with gold powder.
Dandelion Wishes with Beauty Abounds
I also stamped a couple of images from Beauty Abounds to the background of the dandelion. The various sizes of circles were stamped in Bumblebee. I then stamped the dandelions in Misty Moonlight and once dry, I added the splatter image and heat embossed with gold powder.
I finished the card with a gold Metallic Pearl in the center of each dandelion.
The greetings in Dandelion Wishes are a fantastic mix of cursive and block lettering. For this card though, I choose to create my own greeting with the Well Said stamp set.
Beauty Abounds, Set of 13
Looking for a versatile stamp set for all of your occasions, Dandelion Wishes is the stamp set to pick.
Nov 1, 2020 | Handmade Cards |
Poinsettia Place Suite by Stampin’ Up!
I absolutely love the Poinsettia Place Suite by Stampin’ Up! Also called the Christmas Flower, poinsettias are gorgeous with all their lush layers. Although the traditional poinsettias are red, the plants are now available in whites, pinks, salmon and even green.
Poinsettias hold a special memory for me as I was married at Christmas. Our florist decided instead of flowers to decorate with white poinsettias. The front the church held dozens of plants all sprayed with a fine gold glitter to match the Christmas tree that was also trimmed only in white and gold.
It’s been a few years now since I was married but I still remember how breathtaking the row upon row of poinsettias was at the front of the church. And every year I buy a poinsettia – or two – for the house.
When it comes to Christmas stamp sets, poinsettia images are a personal favorite. And this Poinsettia Place Suite that includes the Poinsettia Petals stamps and dies makes beautiful layered cards that remind me why this Christmas flower is a must have.
Poinsettia Petals Bundle in Calypso Coral
I heat embossed these poinsettia petals with gold powder onto watercolor paper. With a water painter and Calypso Coral ink, I colored the leaves and then let them dry. To add texture, I crinkled the leaves a little before assembling the flowers.
To get the variegated look on the petals, I used the water painter and “pounced” the brush so the ink was heavier in some parts. I used the Poinsettia Petals designer series paper as one of the layers and added the Gilded Gems as the center and as an accent to the card.
Poinsettia Place Suite in Rococo Rose
For this card, I heat embossed again using gold powder but this time onto Vellum. I coloured the poinsettias and leaves on the back with a sponge dauber using Rococo Rose and Old Olive inks. The gorgeous designer paper is called Plush Poinsettia Specialty paper and really pops with the Whisper White card stock from underneath.
I added a gold center and accents with the Metallic Pearls. This package is one of my favourite accessories. Included are 121 gold and 121 silver pearls so you have enough pearls to create flower centers like this one.
Poinsettia Place Suite in Whisper White
Again I heat embossed with gold powder, this time using Whisper White card stock. The woodgrain paper is another design from the Poinsettia Petals designer series paper.
I kept the card simple by not colouring the poinsettia instead adding a pearl and rhinestone center Beaded Pearl. Did you also notice the veining on the leaf from the die?
Now that November is here, we can focus on our Christmas card and projects. Have you decided which products are your favourites from the August – December 2020 Mini catalogue?
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Sep 9, 2020 | Uncategorized |
This Peony Garden Suite, Best Wishes card is a new favorite. I love the 3D peony as well as the combined script and block greetings I added with the Well Said stamp set and Well Written dies.
I find myself reaching for the Peony Garden Suite bundle with the Prized Peony stamps and Peony dies a lot lately. And if you purchase the stamps and dies as the Prized Peony bundle, you save 10%
The big, beautiful flower for this Peony Garden Suite Best Wishes card was easy to assemble by working from the smallest flower to the biggest always aligning with the bottom edge. I did cut out two sets of flowers using the first as a test run for the assembly. It also helped with the volume of the flower to curl the flower petals with my bone folder before putting it all together.
I completed the card front with paper from the coordinating Peony Garden Designer Series Paper and added Silver Foil paper to work with the greys and blue.
As this card was for a bridal shower, I finished the card with another greeting from the Well Said stamp also in Seaside Spray.
Join SU! by September 30, 2020 and receive two free stamp sets – Queen Anne’s Lace and So Much Love. You will also receive enough cardstock pieces to make 16 cards as well as a pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels.
And this is all in addition to the starter kit which includes $165 in product for only $135 including shipping and GST.
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Did you know that the brand new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss can be selected for the starter kit above?
Purchase the machine, a $163 value, for only $135 plus receive free shipping and GSTas well as the two free stamp sets and other items above.
Creating die cuts and embossed designs is easy, thanks to Stampin’ Cut & Emboss!
This easy to use, intuitive die-cutting and embossing experience is available now. The included plates are labeled with a number and are color coded for easy reference and use when building your sandwich. The platforms fold for space-saving storage and the sleek, clean design suits any crafting space.
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If you are looking for versatile stamping, I recommend both the Prized Peony bundle as well as the matching Well Said stamps and Well Written dies to make Peony Garden Suite Best Wishes cards for all your occasions.
Aug 4, 2020 | Uncategorized |
The amazing new August – December 20202 Mini catalogue is here! Formerly the Holiday catalogue, this new catalogue has stamps and accessories to help you craft through every occasions until the end of the year. Fall, Halloween, Christmas, New Years and more. It’s all here and you can order starting today!
View the catalogue and shop online today! Please note that the online shopping experience has been enhanced by a brand new site. Your current account information and password will still work with the new store but you may be required to log in as if for the first time. If you’ve forgotten your password, click the “Forgot Password” link on the new online store sign-in page and follow the steps to reset your password.
Want a free copy of the catalogue, click here for details on how to receive your personal copy. Catalogues have been sent to all customers who placed an order with me in the last 12 months. If you have not yet received your catalogue, please contact me.
Aug 13, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Beautiful Friendship – stunning new In Colors and Flirty Flamingo
I was really looking forward to receiving the Beautiful Friendship stamp set and indulging in all the card making this set demands. Whether you stamp a single image or create an entire background like I did on this card, you know you are going to be making gorgeous cards.
Flirty Flamingo ink was added to four of the new In Colors for 2019-2021 – Pretty Peacock, Terracotta Tile, Seaside Spray and Rococo Rose – to make this vibrant stamped piece.
These colors are definitely new favourites but it is hard to choose just one. I love using them all together as they coordinate so well. And Flirty Flamingo fit right in.
And speaking of favourites, I have to recommend the Stitched Nested Labels. There are so many ways to use these new dies. As a greeting, a background for a stamped image or even as a layering piece for the card. Or all three together.
Beautiful Friendship, Set of 13 stamps, $28.00
I added a few Pretty Peacock Faceted Dots to the card as a little bit extra. The 2019-2021 In Color Faceted Dots include 18 dots in each of the five new colours for a total of 90. I am using them so much on so many cards and projects.
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Aug 9, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Want to Inspire? You can with the Silhouette Scenes and Sweet Silhouettes Dies bundle.
I was so drawn to this set of dies – especially the dandelion – and couldn’t wait to start making cards with the Sweet Silhouette dies. I also really like the uniqueness of the included sentiments – inspire, adventure, forever.
When planning this card, it was a no brainer to design this card around Poppy Parade as it features in the colour-washed background I used from the coordinating designer series paper called See A Silhouette.
And the card needed a little something more. So, the Brick & Mortar 3D embossing folder was used to create a background with lots of texture for the layering piece on the bottom of the card.
I also wanted to make sure the dandelion really was the focus of the card by creating a frame with the Stitched Rectangles dies. If you don’t own these already, you really should. This set of dies can be used to create lots of layering pieces as well as frames and more.
All that was left was to embellish the card. I coloured a few Basic Rhinestones with the Basic Black Dark Blends marker and added various sized rhinestones to the card.
Ready to Inspire? You can with the Silhouette Scenes and Sweet Silhouettes Dies. Buy them as a bundle and save 10%.
See A Silhouette Bundle includes the Silhouette Scenes stamp set and Sweet Silhouettes Dies – 10 stamps and 5 dies
Item #151058 $71.00
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To adhere the cut out “inspire” to the card, I used the Multipurpose Liquid glue. Place a few small dots on the back of the word varying the placement so all the edges will adhere. Allow the glue to rest for a minute or so. Then gently add the greeting to the card and allow to dry.
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If you’ve been thinking about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, now is the time! Join today!
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Plus you’ll also receive an EXTRA $14 coupon code, which may used on an order the following month.
Aug 2, 2019 | Uncategorized |
The Woven Heirlooms Bundle – three great products in one. The bundle includes both frames dies and embossing folders to make rectangle as well as oval frames.
Also included is a 9 piece stamp set with texture images to step up your cards as well as greetings to finish your cards.
As part of the Woven Threads Suite, you can also purchase the co-coordinating Woven Threads Designer Series Paper and Sequin Assortment both used on this card. The suite also includes Woven Threads Trim which can be used as a ribbon or even as a tassel trim by removing the bottom thread. And keep that bottom thread to add to your cards to create even more design options. Even this trim is super versatile and can create a variety of different card options.
With this great bundle and the included products, think of all your paper crafting options.
Woven Heirlooms Bundle – stamp set, frames dies, and embossing folder $64.75
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Don’t you love all the layers that make up this card?
I recommend cutting out the frame first from your cardstock and then positioning the cardstock into the embossing folder to add the detail to the frame.
Behind the greeting, I added texture with one of the included stamps and Crumb Cake ink. I wanted to background image to be subtle so I stamped off once or twice onto scrap paper.
I added a punched out daisy made with the Medium Daisy punch to the card as a corner element and embellished with sequins and faceted dots.
The card uses Rococo Rose and Terracotta Tile in addition to Crumb Cake. The new In Colors are quickly becoming favourites and are all featured in the Woven Threads Designer Series Paper package.
Checkout the new Woven Heirlooms Bundle – three great products in one
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Purchase a starter kit and receive an EXTRA $40 in products. That means for only $135 including shipping and GST, you choose $205 worth of products. What’s on your new catalogue wish list?
Plus you’ll also receive an EXTRA $14 coupon code, which may used on an order the following month.
Jul 22, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Looking for a stamp set to make cards that celebrate the men in your life? Create masculine cards with the Geared Up Garage stamp set and Garage Gears Dies.
For this card, I decided to use the new 2019-2021 In Color, Seaside Spray. I included a gingham pattern from the coordinating 6″ x 6″ 2019-2021 In Color Designer Series Paper. This paper pack has 4 different designs in all five new In Colors. To make the Seaside Spray the focus of the card, I stayed with neutrals – Basic Black, Smoky Slate, Basic Gray and Whisper White – for the rest of the card.
The background of the card was made with a few stamped images and gears cut out with the coordinating Garage Gears dies.
Geared Up Garage stamps, set of 10, $29
Garage Gears Dies, set of 14, $45
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The Classic Garage Metal Embellishments work so well with Geared Up Garage. Choose from either a key or a wrench and add a fun accent to your card. Each package includes 16 pieces.
Create your own masculine cards with Geared Up Garage and you’re ready to celebrate!
For every $60 you spend before July 31 (pre-shipping and tax) earn a $6 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used in August. Codes will be sent by email once the order has been placed. Start shopping!
If you’ve been thinking about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, now is the time! Join today!
Purchase a starter kit and receive an EXTRA $40 in products. That means for only $135 including shipping and GST, you choose $205 worth of products. What’s on your new catalogue wish list?
Plus you’ll also receive an EXTRA $14 coupon code, which may used on your August order.
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Jul 11, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Want lots and lots of cardmaking choices? Take a look at the Magnolia Lane Suite options.
It’s all here – the Good Morning Magnolia stamp set, the Magnolia Memory Dies and the Magnolia 3D embossing folder.
And that’s just to start. There’s more – designer series paper, cards & envelopes, a card pack, ribbon, cork embellishments and the So Saffron blends.
And the suite, the Good Morning Magnolia bundle or any of the individual items, can be included as your starter kit choices.
If you’re not ready to invest in the suite or bundle, there is a great getting started stamp set called Magnolia Blooms and it’s priced just right at $18.
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Although I shared a card in a previous blog post that I made using the Magnolia Memory dies, I wanted to share this card that has a completely different layout using the wavy edge die.
I featured Petal Pink for this card but the Magnolia Lane Specialty Series Designer Series Paper also includes Basic Black, Early Espresso, Mossy Meadow and So Saffron.
I created texture under the flower with the Artisan Textures stamp set and added bling with the Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets.
Want it all? You can purchase all of the Magnolia Lane Suite options as just one item? See the individual items here or buy them all – Magnolia Lane Bundle $184.25
For every $60 you spend before July 31 (pre-shipping and tax) earn a $6 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used in August. Codes will be sent by email once the order has been placed. Start shopping!
If you’ve been thinking about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, now is the time! Join today!
Purchase a starter kit and receive an EXTRA $40 in products. That means for only $135 including shipping and GST, you choose $205 worth of products. What’s on your new catalogue wish list?
Plus you’ll also receive an EXTRA $14 coupon code, which may used on your August order.
Jul 9, 2019 | Uncategorized |
You’ll always have the right words with the Hand-Lettered Prose dies. Use a single letter or a whole word to create cards and phrases that express what you want to say. You can also purchase the words as a bundle with the Praiseworthy Prose stamp set.
I really wanted the letters to stand out so I added a gold foil layer behind the paper with dimensionals. The added height creates a shadow for bolder letters.
Think of all the word combinations you can add to your cards with this set of dies.
And Stampin’ Up! has two great specials right now to help you save on all of your favourite products.
Right now, you can purchase a Stampin’ Up! starter kit for only $135 and include your choice of $205 in products. Plus the kit ships free. This is a great deal! Once you have purchased the kit, there is no further obligation but you will save 20% on future orders while active. Please contact me with any questions.
And it’s Bonus Days! For every $60 you spend in July, you will receive a $6 coupon to spend in August. Yeah!
Love, love, love the Pressed Petals bundle and accessories like this gorgeous paper and unique washi tape petals. The center of the flower is a metallic accent from the Designer Elements. These are antique finished and come packaged with copper, gold and silver together.
For every $60 you spend before July 31 (pre-shipping and tax) earn a $6 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used in August. Codes will be sent by email once the order has been placed. Start shopping!
If you’ve been thinking about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, now is the time! Join today!
Purchase a starter kit and receive an EXTRA $40 in products. That means for only $135 including shipping and GST, you choose $205 worth of products. What’s on your new catalogue wish list?
Plus you’ll also receive an EXTRA $14 coupon code, which may used on your August order.
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Jun 26, 2019 | Uncategorized |
The Clearance Rack has been updated today and for the first time ever stamp sets are included.
All items are available while supplies last. Please place your order now before your favorites sell out.
Take a look at all the great new products that have been added today and shop online.
Jun 14, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Flipping through the catalog for the first time, I was immediately drawn to the Noble Peacock Suite. I’m not sure if it was the rich colors or the peacock or the amazing accessories but I knew I wanted to order this bundle first.
This suite includes the Royal Peacock Bundle with stamp set and dies, Beads & Baubles Embossing Folder, Designer Series Paper, Foil Sheets, Old Olive/Pretty Peacock Reversible Ribbon and new Rhinestones. Wow! So many options to create card, home decor, scrapbook pages and 3D projects.
And for perfect placement of the feathers, I recommend using the Stamparatus.
I think the Noble Peacock Specialty Designer Series Paper was what first caught my eye when I was looking through the new catalogue. I love the rich jewel-tones in this pack – Blueberry Bushel, Old Olive and Pretty Peacock – and the various foil accent designs on the papers,
For this card, I added a couple of products not included in the bundle, the Stitched Nested Labels Dies and Pretty Peacock Stampin’ Blends. If you are collecting the Blends, there are six new color sets available now.
I started this card by stamping the peacock in Pretty Peacock and then adding the stamped feathers layer in Granny Apple Green. I colored the body of the peacock with the light Pretty Peacock Blend. And then cut out the image with the Detailed Peacock Dies. I adhered the stamped image to a Stitched Nested Label cut out with Dimensionals.
The card itself is Pretty Peacock with a Whisper White cardstock layer embossed with the Beads & Baubles Folder. The next layer is the Old Olive DSP cut 5″ x 2″.
I added the Reversible Ribbon and Rhinestones as embellishments before adhering the card together and attaching the greeting.
What do you think of the Noble Peacock Suite?
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Jun 13, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Is the Daisy Lane Bundle on your wish list? It really should be.
The daisies are made from Purple Posy cardstock – one of five new In Colors for 2019 – 2021 introduced with the new catalogue. The Daisy Lane stamp set is a set of 9 including a large and medium daisy as well as 4 greetings and additional floral and greens. And the bundle includes the new Medium Daisy punch.
For more creative options, add the larger Daisy Punch to your order if you don’t already own it. One of my favourite cards features this punch. See the card here.
The stunning doily-like background was made with the Stitched Lace Dies. Cut out a card sized piece with the lace die and then use it as a card front, create a complete card or trim down the lace to single, double or triple ribbons with the included edge. This card features two rows cut from the die. I have used this die quite a bit and recommend it.
To complete the card, I added a greeting stamped in Crumb Cake which is the same colour I used on the daisies. A Linen Thread bow goes across the card. The center of the daisies are Gold Faceted Gems and the leaves are punched with the Leaf Punch in Pear Pizzazz.
Each daisy is made with three layers of punched cardstock. The bottom layer is unstamped and is mostly to add stability and depth. The top two layers are first and second generation stamped images. For this card, I alternated the two generations on each daisy for a subtler and more muted flower.
A first generation image is stamped directly after inking up the stamp. A second generation image is stamped without re-inking the stamp and is, of course, lighter than the first stamped image. You can continue with third generation and beyond depending on the look you want.
Jun 11, 2019 | Uncategorized |
The new In Colors for 2019-2021 have arrived: Pretty Peacock, Purple Posy, Rococo Rose, Seaside Spray and Terracotta Tile.
This year’s new In Colors are softer and more muted than those from last year. And there are lots of trendy new accessories in these colours in addition to the inks and cardstocks.
There is also an entire suite using the new In colours. Check out Woven Threads which includes the must have Woven Heirlooms bundle featuring a matching stamp set, Frames Dies and a 3D embossing folder.
Have your picked your new favourite?
These 10 minute cards were made with the Good Morning Magnolia stamp set and Magnolia Memory Dies. Buy the bundle and save 10% or get it all with the Magnolia Lane Suite.
I added some coordinating accessories to these cards as well – Scalloped Linen Ribbon, Designer Series Paper and Faceted Dots.
Pretty Peacock
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Purple Posy
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Rococo Rose
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Seaside Spray
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Terracotta Tile
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